In a surprising turn of events, the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) has decided to part ways with Brazilian flyweight fighter, Taila Santos. Multiple sources, including Twitter user Roster Tracker, have confirmed the news of Santos' release, which comes after her impressive performance against Valentina Shevchenko in a flyweight title bout in June 2022.

Santos earned her shot at the UFC belt by showcasing her skills and determination in defeating notable opponents such as Molly McCann, Gillian Robertson, Roxanne Modafferi, and Joanne Wood within a span of just 14 months. Her exceptional performance led to a highly contested split decision against Shevchenko in Singapore.

However, the 30-year-old fighter's most recent bout in August ended in disappointment, as she suffered a unanimous decision loss to Erin Blanchfield. The match, originally scheduled for February, was postponed when Santos decided to withdraw due to visa issues faced by her cornermen, one of whom was her husband, who were denied entry into the United States multiple times.

With a UFC record of 4-3, Santos leaves the promotion after signing through Dana White's Contender Series in 2018. Throughout her professional MMA career, she boasts an impressive overall record of 19 wins and 3 losses.

The decision to release Santos from her UFC contract comes as a surprise to many, given her recent run of victories and her competitive showing against Shevchenko for the flyweight title. It remains to be seen what the future holds for Taila Santos and where she will continue her MMA journey.

The UFC has yet to release an official statement regarding Santos' departure, leaving fans and industry insiders curious about the reasoning behind the decision. As the MMA community awaits further information, Santos leaves behind an impactful legacy and a strong professional record that will surely attract attention from other organizations within the MMA world.

Overall, Santos' journey within the UFC may have come to an end, but her skills, determination, and fighting spirit are likely to continue taking her far in the sport. MMA fans will undoubtedly keep a close eye on her career as she seeks new opportunities to showcase her talents and make a mark in the world of mixed martial arts.